Wednesday, November 15, 2017

Reading Notes: Week 13 Part B

Kumbhakarna: the sleeping giant

Kumbhakarna is a giant that was know for being a great warrior and could even beat the god Indra in battles. Indra is worried that Kumbharkarna is going to become too strong so he has him make a foolish wish. This is part of the story where Rama returns to gain back Sita and he has to first confront Chasmalochana. Ravana himself then comes to confront Rama after the battle with chasmolachana. Ravana is unable to defeat Rama and so he brings in the help of Kumbhakarna and he wakes up very hungry. While Rama's army is terrified of Kumbhakarna their are two warriors that mount an defense agains him. Rama takes on Kumbharkarna in the battle field but is ultimately defeated by Rama. Once Kumbharkarna is dead Ravana knows that he is doomed by the hands of Rama and his army.

Kumbhakarna
Kumbhakarna: the sleeping giant

1 comment:

  1. I am so glad you picked this one to read, Blaine: Kumbhakarna could be a fun character to include in your final Storybook story! :-)

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